Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Tasks Include:
- Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
- Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
- Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
- Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
- Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
- Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
- Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
- Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
- Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
- Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
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The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet28)
Projections Quick View:
Virginia: +26.9%
National: +7.7%
Education
High School Diploma
Job Zone:
Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Income Range:
Highest ($50,000 and up)
Median Earnings:
National
$53,310.00
State
$64,560.00
Regional
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Description
Career Cluster: | Manufacturing |
Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Education
Required Level of Education
- High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) = 39.46%
- Some College Courses = 25.44%
- Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) = 21.26%
- Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 10.17%
- Less than a High School Diploma = 3.67%
Related Work Experience
- Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 29.12%
- Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 17.73%
- Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 17.09%
- Over 10 years = 14.17%
- Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 7.27%
- Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years = 6.13%
- Up to and including 1 month = 3.40%
- Over 8 years, up to and including 10 years = 2.58%
- Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 1.74%
- None = 0.79%
On-Site or In-Plant Training
- Up to and including 1 month = 25.69%
- Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 20.45%
- Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 12.72%
- Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 11.59%
- None = 8.49%
- Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 7.90%
- Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 7.30%
- Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 5.86%
On-the-Job Training
- Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 29%
- Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 17.12%
- Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 15.89%
- Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 15.79%
- Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 7.85%
- Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 7.28%
- Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month = 7.06%
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Tasks
Core Tasks Include:
- Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
- Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
- Inspect or test damaged machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
- Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specified procedures.
- Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
- Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair, using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
- Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
- Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
- Set up and operate machines, and adjust controls to regulate operations.
- Collaborate with other workers to repair or move machines, machine parts, or equipment.
- Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and other supplies so that stock can be maintained and replenished.
- Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
- Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas.
- Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
- Replace or repair metal, wood, leather, glass, or other lining in machines, or in equipment compartments or containers.
- Remove hardened material from machines or machine parts, using abrasives, power and hand tools, jackhammers, sledgehammers, or other equipment.
- Replace, empty, or replenish machine and equipment containers such as gas tanks or boxes.
Supplemental Tasks Include:
- Measure, mix, prepare, and test chemical solutions used to clean or repair machinery and equipment.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Tools and Technology
Tools Include:
- Abrasive stones (Abrasive rubbing stones)
- Abrasive drums (Abrasive wheels)
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Adjustable wrenches
- Welders (Arc welders)
- Bandsaw wheel (Bandsaws)
- Power saws (Bench saws)
- Workshop presses (Brakes)
- Power buffers (Buffing machines)
- Hoists (Chain falls)
- Compressed air gun (Compressed air guns)
- Power saws (Cutoff saws)
- Deburring equipment (Deburring tools)
- Calipers (Dial calipers)
- Gauges or inspection fixtures (Dial indicators)
- Taps or dies (Dies)
- Dollies
- Drill bits
- Workshop presses (Drill presses)
- Ear plugs
- Forklifts
- Grease guns
- Power grinders (Grinding machines)
- Saws (Hacksaws)
- Hammers
- Hard hats
- Hoists
- Hold down clamps
- Drill bits (Hones)
- Vacuum cleaners (Industrial vacuums)
- Pneumatic hammer (Jackhammers)
- Jacks
- Ladders
- Grinders (Lapping equipment)
- Lathes
- Levels
- Lockout devices (Lockout hasps)
- Metal cutters
- Metal inert gas MIG welding machinery (Metal inert gas MIG welders)
- Micrometers
- Milling machines
- Blow torches (Oxyacetylene torches)
- Personal computers
- Threading dies (Pipe threaders)
- Plumb bobs
- Power buffers (Polishing machines)
- Power drills
- Power grinders
- Power saws (Power hacksaws)
- Power saws
- Punches or nail sets or drifts (Punches)
- Reamers
- Respirators
- Slings (Rigging equipment)
- Rivet tools (Rivet guns)
- Rulers
- Safety harnesses or belts (Safety belts)
- Safety glasses
- Scaffolding
- Screwdrivers
- Shears
- Tangent benders (Sheet metal folders)
- Hammers (Sledgehammers)
- Socket sets (Socket wrench sets)
- Soldering irons or guns (Soldering guns)
- Welding tools (Spot-welding equipment)
- Rulers (Steel rules)
- Straight edges (Straightedges)
- Taps or dies (Taps)
- Tungsten inert gas TIG welding machinery (Tungsten inert gas TIG welding equipment)
- Calipers (Vernier calipers)
- Welding or cutting tips (Welding tips)
- Workshop cranes
Technologies Include:
- Data base user interface and query software
- Database software
- Spreadsheet software
- Spreadsheet software
- Word processing software
- Word processing software
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Knowledge
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
82.00 | Mechanical | Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
56.50 | Mathematics | Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
54.50 | Design | Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. |
53.75 | English Language | Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
52.75 | Engineering and Technology | Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Skills
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
68.75 | Repairing | Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools. |
68.75 | Equipment Maintenance | Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed. |
68.75 | Operations Monitoring | Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. |
65.50 | Troubleshooting | Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. |
62.50 | Operation and Control | Controlling operations of equipment or systems. |
50.00 | Reading Comprehension | Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. |
50.00 | Active Listening | Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
50.00 | Critical Thinking | Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. |
50.00 | Coordination | Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. |
50.00 | Quality Control Analysis | Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. |
50.00 | Judgment and Decision Making | Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Abilities
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
75.00 | Arm-Hand Steadiness | The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position. |
65.50 | Problem Sensitivity | The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem. |
59.50 | Near Vision | The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). |
56.25 | Written Comprehension | The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. |
56.25 | Oral Comprehension | The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. |
56.25 | Information Ordering | The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). |
56.25 | Visualization | The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged. |
56.25 | Manual Dexterity | The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. |
56.25 | Control Precision | The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions. |
53.00 | Oral Expression | The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. |
53.00 | Finger Dexterity | The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. |
50.00 | Multilimb Coordination | The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion. |
50.00 | Deductive Reasoning | The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. |
50.00 | Inductive Reasoning | The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). |
50.00 | Extent Flexibility | The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. |
50.00 | Trunk Strength | The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing. |
50.00 | Static Strength | The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. |
50.00 | Flexibility of Closure | The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material. |
50.00 | Perceptual Speed | The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object. |
50.00 | Selective Attention | The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. |
50.00 | Visual Color Discrimination | The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Work Activities
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
89.25 | Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment | Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. |
80.75 | Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials | Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
79.50 | Getting Information | Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
76.50 | Controlling Machines and Processes | Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
74.50 | Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings | Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
70.25 | Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events | Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
69.75 | Performing General Physical Activities | Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials. |
69.50 | Handling and Moving Objects | Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things. |
66.75 | Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates | Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
61.50 | Making Decisions and Solving Problems | Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
59.75 | Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment | Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft. |
59.25 | Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment | Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles. |
57.25 | Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work | Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
55.75 | Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships | Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
54.00 | Thinking Creatively | Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Work Styles
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
83.75 | Attention to Detail | Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. |
83.25 | Dependability | Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. |
78.25 | Initiative | Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. |
76.25 | Cooperation | Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. |
76.25 | Independence | Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done. |
75.00 | Innovation | Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems. |
74.00 | Integrity | Job requires being honest and ethical. |
73.25 | Adaptability/Flexibility | Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. |
72.75 | Persistence | Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. |
72.75 | Self-Control | Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. |
72.50 | Leadership | Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. |
71.75 | Concern for Others | Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. |
71.50 | Analytical Thinking | Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. |
69.50 | Stress Tolerance | Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations. |
69.00 | Achievement/Effort | Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks. |
61.25 | Social Orientation | Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Work Values
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
77.83 | Support | Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical. |
66.67 | Independence | Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy. |
50.00 | Relationships | Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service. |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Work Context
% | Subject | Description |
---|---|---|
99.00 | Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets | How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets? |
91.60 | Face-to-Face Discussions | How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job? |
90.00 | Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable | How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable? |
88.60 | Exposed to Hazardous Equipment | How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment? |
85.20 | Contact With Others | How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it? |
84.20 | Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls | How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls? |
82.80 | Spend Time Standing | How much does this job require standing? |
82.60 | Importance of Being Exact or Accurate | How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job? |
82.40 | Exposed to Contaminants | How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)? |
80.20 | Work With Work Group or Team | How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job? |
80.20 | Time Pressure | How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines? |
78.60 | Freedom to Make Decisions | How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer? |
78.40 | Physical Proximity | To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people? |
77.20 | Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled | How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)? |
76.60 | Responsible for Others' Health and Safety | How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job? |
75.20 | Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings | How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings? |
75.00 | Consequence of Error | How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable? |
74.60 | Structured versus Unstructured Work | To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals? |
70.40 | Spend Time Walking and Running | How much does this job require walking and running? |
69.40 | Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions | How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions? |
69.40 | Exposed to High Places | How often does this job require exposure to high places? |
69.00 | Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment | How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.) |
67.80 | Exposed to Hazardous Conditions | How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions? |
67.60 | Frequency of Decision Making | How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization? |
66.20 | Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results | What results do your decisions usually have on other people or the image or reputation or financial resources of your employer? |
64.80 | Very Hot or Cold Temperatures | How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures? |
64.20 | Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body | How much does this job require bending or twisting your body? |
63.60 | Coordinate or Lead Others | How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job? |
63.40 | Indoors, Environmentally Controlled | How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions? |
63.00 | Importance of Repeating Same Tasks | How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job? |
62.60 | Outdoors, Exposed to Weather | How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions? |
61.00 | Level of Competition | To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures? |
60.20 | Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting | How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions? |
59.60 | Telephone | How often do you have telephone conversations in this job? |
57.80 | Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions | How much does this job require making repetitive motions? |
56.80 | Responsibility for Outcomes and Results | How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers? |
56.40 | Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection | How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection? |
54.60 | In an Open Vehicle or Equipment | How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)? |
53.00 | Letters and Memos | How often does the job require written letters and memos? |
52.40 | Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People | How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements? |
52.00 | Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling | How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling? |
51.80 | Outdoors, Under Cover | How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)? |
51.60 | Degree of Automation | How automated is the job? |
51.20 | In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment | How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)? |
50.00 | Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles | How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles? |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
- Overall Experience
- Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
- Job Training
- Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
- Examples
- These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, desktop publishers, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters and simultaneous captioners, and medical assistants.
- Education
- Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Earnings Benefits*
Region | Entry Level | Median | Experienced |
---|---|---|---|
United States | $36,100.00 | $53,310.00 | $64,700.00 |
Virginia | $41,660.00 | $64,560.00 | $65,780.00 |
Region | Entry Level | Median | Experienced |
Alexandria/Arlington | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Bay Consortium | $47,976.86 | $77,710.83 | $76,281.70 |
Capital Region Workforce Partnership | $49,834.00 | $67,049.88 | $67,168.02 |
Central VA/Region2000 | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Crater Area | $50,148.02 | $66,114.05 | $69,161.96 |
Greater Peninsula | $41,755.64 | $51,355.37 | $56,235.55 |
Hampton Roads | $45,011.86 | $64,877.68 | $69,666.66 |
New River/Mt. Rogers | $28,989.86 | $41,641.64 | $51,165.72 |
Northern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Piedmont Workforce | $43,168.19 | $47,797.57 | $54,910.05 |
Shenandoah Valley | No Data | No Data | No Data |
South Central | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Southwestern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
West Piedmont | $63,485.86 | $68,171.21 | $68,424.08 |
Western Virginia | $54,515.20 | $66,908.93 | $68,467.61 |
* Earnings Calculations:
Regional Earnings:
Entry = Annual mean of the lower 1/3 wage distribution;
Experienced = Annual mean of the upper 2/3 wage distribution.
National and State Earnings:
Entry = Annual 10th percentile wage;
Experienced = Annual 75th percentile wage.
The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
Employment Projections
Current | Projected | % Change | |
---|---|---|---|
United States | 58,500 | 63,000 | +7.7% |
Virginia | 1,150 | 1,459 | +26.9% |
Region | Current* | Projected | % Change |
Alexandria/Arlington | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Bay Consortium | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Capital Region Workforce Partnership | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Central VA/Region2000 | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Crater Area | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Greater Peninsula | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Hampton Roads | No Data | No Data | No Data |
New River/Mt. Rogers | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Northern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Piedmont Workforce | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Shenandoah Valley | No Data | No Data | No Data |
South Central | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Southwestern Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
West Piedmont | No Data | No Data | No Data |
Western Virginia | No Data | No Data | No Data |
The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection. (Using onet28)
Maintenance Workers, Machinery
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- Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
- Geothermal Technicians
- Home Appliance Repairers
- Industrial Machinery Mechanics
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other
- Locksmiths and Safe Repairers
- Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
- Maintenance Workers, Machinery
- Medical Appliance Technicians
- Medical Equipment Repairers
- Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners
- Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics
- Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All Other
- Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers
- Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
- Watch and Clock Repairers
- Wind Turbine Service Technicians
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Military Training
The following military job classifications are available for this occupation:
- Aircraft Launch Equipment
- Boatswains
- Missile Guidance and Control
- Other Mechanical and Electrical Equipment, General
- Munitions Systems
- Aviation Ordnanceman
- Aerospace Propulsion
- Aircraft Armament Systems
- Aviation Structural Mechanic
- MM-Machinist's Mate
- Infantryman
- Indirect Fire Infantryman
- Cavalry Scout
- M1 Armor Crewman
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Proficiency Ratings
These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.
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Titles
- Air Deodorizer Servicer
- Aircraft Fueler
- Airplane Fueler
- Airplane Refueler
- Airport Refueling Handler
- Alemite Operator
- Automatic Pinsetter Mechanic
- Belt Changer
- Belt Dresser
- Belt Fixer
- Belt Lacer
- Belt Repairer
- Binder and Box Builder
- Blade Changer
- Block Greaser
- Boiling House Oiler
- Booster Pump Oiler
- Breaker Oiler
- Car Greaser
- Car Lubricator
- Car Oiler
- Carbon Setter
- Card Grinder Helper
- Cell Installer
- Cellar Packer
- Collar Packer
- Crane Oiler
- Curing Press Maintainer
- Dope Maintenance Worker
- Dopeman
- Doper
- Dragline Oiler
- Electrician
- Electro / Mechanical Technician
- Engine Oiler
- Envelope Adjuster
- Equipment Cleaner and Tester
- Equipment Oiler
- Flatcar Whacker
- Flyer Repairer
- Frame Bander
- Frame Changer
- Grease Cup Filler
- Grease Man
- Grease Monkey
- Grease Packer
- Grease Worker
- Greaser
- Grinder Machine Knife Setter
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Hot Man
- Hot Worker
- Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
- Industrial Maintenance Millwright
- Industrial Maintenance Technician
- Jacquard Loom Card Changer
- Knife Changer
- Knife Setter
- Leaf Coverer
- Lease Out Man
- Lease Out Worker
- Liner Replacer
- Loading Shovel Oiler
- Locomotive Oiler
- Looper Fixer
- Lubrication Worker
- Lubricator
- Machine Greaser
- Machine Oiler
- Machine Repairer
- Machine Repairman
- Machines Technician
- Machinist
- Maintainer
- Maintenance Craftsman
- Maintenance Electrician
- Maintenance Foreman
- Maintenance Machinist
- Maintenance Mechanic
- Maintenance Repairer
- Maintenance Repairman
- Maintenance Technician
- Maintenance Worker
- Mash Filter Cloth Changer
- Mechanic
- Merchant Mill Utility Worker
- Mill Oiler
- Millwright
- Missile Facilities Repairer
- Nozzle and Sleeve Worker
- Oil Pit Attendant
- Oiler
- Oiler Bander
- Overhauler
- Overhead Cleaner Maintainer
- Pattern Assembler
- Pipe Changer
- Polishing Wheel Setter
- Pot Fluxer
- Pot Liner
- Pot Reliner
- Printing Roller Handler
- Protective Signal Installer
- Pulley Maintainer
- Pump Oiler
- Refueling Ramp Attendant
- Refueling Rampman
- Rod Cup Filler
- Rod Filler
- Rod Greaser
- Roller Checker
- Rotary Adjuster
- Rubber and Plastics Worker
- Salvager
- Semiconductor Processing Equipment Production Technician
- Shafter
- Shafting Worker
- Shovel Oiler
- Shuttler
- Size Changer
- Spindle Repairer
- Steam Shovel Oiler
- Stem Dryer Maintainer
- Stripping Shovel Oiler
- Stroboscope Operator
- Switch Repairer
- Texturing Machine Fixer
- Tipple Greaser
- Tipple Oiler
- Tubing Oiler
- Turbo Generator Oiler
- Upkeep Worker
- Warp Tension Tester
- Welder
- Winding Head Overhauler
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Related Schools
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Manassas
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Norfolk
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